das Konterfei
Translation
portrait, likeness, effigy, countenance
Examples
Das Konterfei des Dichters ziert das Buch.
The poet's portrait adorns the book.
Ein altes Konterfei hing über dem Kamin.
An old portrait hung above the fireplace.
Grammar Patterns
das Konterfei ((j-s)) someone's portrait The portrait of the king hung on the wall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Porträt, Bildnis, Abbild
Etymology
From Middle French 'contrefait' (imitated), from 'contre-' (against, in imitation of) + 'fait' (made).
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English word 'counterfeit.' A portrait is like a 'counterfeit' or a copy of someone's face. It's a somewhat archaic term.